Our team at Vienna Village Assisted Living has extensive experience in providing senior care and support. If you are getting older, you are probably anxious to maintain as much independence as possible, and our team can help you achieve that goal. At our retirement community, you can live independently in your own cottage while receiving support from our staff—we’ll do things like maintain the yard and assist with tracking your medication, but otherwise let you conduct your own affairs. In this article, our team will go over a few tips you and your family can use to maximize independence in senior living.
- Socialize – One factor which plays a significant role in the quality of life for seniors is the development and maintenance of social ties. If you want to maximize independence in senior living, we encourage you to participate in community activities regularly. We also encourage the friends and family of seniors to visit and call regularly to maintain those social connections. Maintaining a robust social network has a positive impact on mental health at all ages, and it is especially important for seniors.
- Find Transportation – Another important factor in independent senior living is transportation. Many people become unable to drive themselves as they get older, which means they need alternative ways to get out of the house. Many communities offer transportation solutions to help seniors get to medical appointments, run errands, and participate in community activities, and we encourage you to research these options in your area.
- Modify Your Home – If you plan to stay in your current home as you age, rather than moving to a retirement community like ours, then you may need to make some modifications to maintain your independence. Common home alterations for senior living include adding hand bars to showers and tubs, as well as installing ramps on steps or installing stair lifts for multi-story homes.